Osteoporosis and the Role of Fracture Liaison Services
Osteoporosis and the Role of Fracture Liaison Services is a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course designed for healthcare professionals working in primary care, orthopaedics, aged care, nursing, physiotherapy, endocrinology, pharmacy, rehabilitation, and community health. The course provides a comprehensive overview of osteoporosis, fragility fractures, post-fracture care pathways, and the critical role of Fracture Liaison Services (FLS) in improving patient outcomes. Osteoporosis is a chronic skeletal disorder characterised by reduced bone strength and increased fracture risk. It is a major public health issue affecting older adults worldwide and contributes significantly to disability, loss of independence, morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Fragility fractures, particularly hip and vertebral fractures, are associated with substantial physical and psychological consequences.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of osteoporosis, including diagnosis and management.
- Recognise the consequences of osteoporosis for individuals and public health systems.
- Understand current post-fracture management practices in Australia.
- Explain the role and significance of Fracture Liaison Services (FLS).
- Identify the role of nurses and multidisciplinary teams in osteoporosis management.
- Provide effective patient education regarding bone health and fracture prevention.
- Understand the impact of COVID-19 on osteoporosis care and fracture services.
- Support evidence-based strategies for secondary fracture prevention.
Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of osteoporosis, including diagnosis and management.
- Recognise the consequences of osteoporosis for individuals and public health systems.
- Understand current post-fracture management practices in Australia.
- Explain the role and significance of Fracture Liaison Services (FLS).
- Identify the role of nurses and multidisciplinary teams in osteoporosis management.
- Provide effective patient education regarding bone health and fracture prevention.
- Understand the impact of COVID-19 on osteoporosis care and fracture services.
- Support evidence-based strategies for secondary fracture prevention.
Modules
Module 1
Understanding Osteoporosis
Module 2
Diagnosis and Clinical Consequences
Module 3
Osteoporosis Management and Secondary Prevention
Module 4
Fracture Liaison Services (FLS)
Module 5
Nursing Roles and Patient Education
Module 6
COVID-19 and Osteoporosis Management
Module 7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Osteoporosis is a condition where bones become weak and fragile, increasing fracture risk.
A fragility fracture occurs following minimal trauma, such as a fall from standing height.
It is commonly diagnosed using a DEXA scan to measure bone mineral density.
An FLS is a coordinated healthcare program designed to identify and manage patients after fragility fractures.
Patients who sustain one fragility fracture are at much higher risk of future fractures.
The pandemic caused delays in diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and access to healthcare services.


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